Pope Francis suffers ‘breathing crisis’ amid battle with pneumonia

Vatican says crisis caused pope to vomit but he was given non-invasive mechanical ventilation and responded well.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/28/pope-francis-suffers-breathing-crisis-amid-battle-with-pneumonia?traffic_source=rss

Trump receives invite from King Charles for second state visit

US President Donald Trump received an invitation from King Charles for a second state visit.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/27/trump-receives-invite-from-king-charles-for-second-state-visit?traffic_source=rss

Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s first cabinet meeting with Elon Musk

Musk defended DOGE attempts to fire federal employees, while Trump said Russia would have to make concessions for peace.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/26/key-takeaways-from-donald-trumps-first-cabinet-meeting-with-elon-musk?traffic_source=rss

Trump administration says it will take control of White House press pool

The White House Correspondents’ Association says move 'tears at the independence of a free press' in the US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/26/trump-administration-says-it-will-take-control-of-white-house-press-pool?traffic_source=rss

Trump says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to sign ‘very big’ deal on rare earths

US president says he expects Ukrainian leader to sign agreement on Friday.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/26/trump-says-ukraines-zelensky-to-sign-very-big-deal-on-rare-earths?traffic_source=rss

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid share eight-goal Copa del Rey thriller

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid draw 4-4 in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/25/barcelona-and-atletico-madrid-share-eight-goal-copa-del-rey-thriller?traffic_source=rss

Apple shareholders vote against pressure to scrap diversity policies

The proposal urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have rolled back DEI initiatives recently.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/25/apple-shareholders-vote-against-pressure-to-scrap-diversity-policies?traffic_source=rss

Netanyahu seems to be the “only one” who wants Gaza ceasefire to fail

Netanyahu jeopardising ceasefire deal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/quotable/2025/2/25/netanyahu-seems-to-be-the-only-one-who-wants-gaza-ceasefire-to-fail?traffic_source=rss

Turkish football club Galatasaray accuses Mourinho of ‘racist statements’

Fenerbahce manager Mourinho said Galatasary's bench had been 'jumping like monkeys' during the Turkish Super Lig match.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/25/turkish-football-club-galatasaray-accuses-mourinho-of-racist-statements?traffic_source=rss

MSF halts operations in camp in Sudan’s Darfur region as violence rages

Doctors Without Borders says increased fighting in and around Zamzam camp has made it too dangerous to operate.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/24/msf-halts-operations-in-camp-in-sudans-darfur-region-as-violence-rages?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,096

Here are the key developments on the 1,096th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/24/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-24?traffic_source=rss

Germany’s Merz calls for ‘independence’ from US as conservatives win vote

Hard-right Alternative for Germany comes second in parliamentary elections, doubling vote share from 2021.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/24/germanys-merz-calls-for-independence-from-us-as-conservatives-win-vote?traffic_source=rss

Trump administration moves to fire or put on leave nearly all USAID workers

Humanitarian assistance experts have warned agency's demise will harm vulnerable people and weaken US soft power.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/24/most-usaid-workers-to-be-fired-or-placed-on-leave?traffic_source=rss

Thief in UK caught on camera climbing through supermarket roof

Watch the moment a man drops through a supermarket ceiling to steal lottery scratchcards in Nottingham, UK.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/23/thief-in-uk-caught-on-camera-climbing-through-supermarket-roof?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,095

Here are the key developments on the 1,095th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/23/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1095?traffic_source=rss

Bivol takes Beterbiev’s undisputed light-heavyweight world title

Dmitry Bivol defeats Artur Beterbiev in a split-points decision to claim light-heavyweight world title in Saudi Arabia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/23/bivol-takes-beterbievs-undisputed-light-heavyweight-world-title?traffic_source=rss

German frontrunner pledges to lead in Europe before key election

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and opposition leader Friedrich Merz appeal to voters before Sunday's election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/22/german-frontrunner-pledges-to-lead-in-europe-before-key-election?traffic_source=rss

Why an Irish news site has been drawn into JD Vance’s attacks on Europe

After US vice president's broadside, a conservative media outlet is accusing police of attacking media freedom.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/21/why-an-irish-news-site-has-been-drawn-into-jd-vances-attacks-on-europe?traffic_source=rss

Sinn Fein leaders to boycott White House visit over US Gaza plan

Michelle O'Neill says Trump's comment on the mass expulsion of Palestinians is 'something I cannot ignore'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/21/sinn-fein-leaders-to-boycott-white-house-visit-over-us-gaza-plan?traffic_source=rss

Musk vows to ‘fix’ X after polls show high support for Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

Tesla and SpaceX CEO claims his social media platform's fact-checking tool is being 'gamed' by governments and media.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/21/musk-vows-to-fix-x-after-polls-show-high-support-for-ukraines-zelenskyy?traffic_source=rss

Netanyahu takes aim at West Bank after bus explosions near Tel Aviv

Three empty buses exploded on Thursday evening while Israeli police found two more undetonated bombs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/21/netanyahu-takes-aim-at-west-bank-after-bus-explosions-near-tel-aviv?traffic_source=rss

Three buses explode in Israel’s Bat Yam

Three explosions took place on empty buses in separate car parks near Tel Aviv in the city of Bat Yam.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/20/three-buses-explode-in-israels-bat-yam?traffic_source=rss

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro slams coup accusations against him

The far-right leader has posted a rebuttal on social media, accusing Brazil's government of being 'authoritarian'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/19/brazils-former-president-jair-bolsonaro-slams-coup-accusations-against-him?traffic_source=rss

Pope’s tests show ‘slight improvement’ as Italy PM Meloni visits hospital

Prime Minister Georgia Meloni says pope was 'alert and responsive' and cracking jokes during hospital visit.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/19/italy-pm-meloni-visits-pope-in-hospital-as-his-condition-becomes-stable?traffic_source=rss

US judge declines to halt Trump’s push to slash federal workforce

Judge Tanya Chutkan has ruled against a 14-state effort to get a restraining order against DOGE efforts to access data.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/18/us-judge-declines-to-halt-trumps-push-to-slash-federal-workforce?traffic_source=rss

Federal prosecutor blames Trump administration pressure for resignation

In announcing her resignation, Denise Cheung said a Trump appointee pushed her to launch a criminal probe without cause.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/18/federal-prosecutor-blames-trump-administration-pressure-for-resignation?traffic_source=rss

Pope Francis has pneumonia in both lungs, Vatican says

Vatican says Francis's respiratory infection also involves asthmatic bronchitis but that he remains 'in good spirits'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/18/pope-francis-health-complicates-to-pneumonia-in-both-lungs-vatican-says?traffic_source=rss

Alcaraz beats Cilic in straight sets to advance at Qatar Open

Spain's Carlo Alcaraz beats Croatia's Marin Cilic to progress to the last 16 of the Qatar Open.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/17/alcaraz-beats-cilic-in-straight-sets-to-advance-at-qatar-open?traffic_source=rss

Inside the El Salvador prison where the US could send its own citizens

El Salvador’s president offered to hold US citizen convicts in his “Terrorism Confinement Center."

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/17/inside-the-el-salvador-prison-where-the-us-could-send-its-own-citizens?traffic_source=rss

‘No more silence’: Israelis face Gaza war backlash on Sri Lanka’s beaches

For years, relations between residents and Israeli visitors were cordial, but cracks in this dynamic are now visible.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/17/no-more-silence-israelis-face-gaza-war-backlash-on-sri-lankas-beaches?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,089

Here are the key developments on the 1,089th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/17/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-20?traffic_source=rss

US drops wording saying it does not support Taiwan independence

US State Department plays down changes as 'routine' update after Taipei welcomes 'positive and friendly' wording.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/17/us-drops-wording-saying-it-does-not-support-taiwan-independence?traffic_source=rss

Trump says he could meet Putin ‘soon’ as Ukraine, Europe reel from outreach

US president says he believes Russian leader wants peace as European leaders scramble to formulate response.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/17/trump-says-he-could-meet-putin-soon-as-ukraine-europe-reel-from-outreach?traffic_source=rss

RSF escalates attacks on Sudan’s famine-stricken Zamzam refugee camp

The paramilitary group is trying to tighten its grip on Darfur, a traditional stronghold.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/16/rsf-steps-up-attacks-on-sudans-famine-striken-zamzam-refugee-camp?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,088

Here are the key developments on the 1,088th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/16/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-19?traffic_source=rss

Children among 15 killed in crush at New Delhi train station in India

Indian officials said the accident happened amid a surge of passengers waiting for trains to a Hindu religious festival.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/16/children-among-15-killed-in-crush-at-new-delhi-train-station-in-india?traffic_source=rss

Can Trump really deport 11 million migrants?

Donald Trump is promising the biggest deportation push in US history. AJLabs examines whether the system can handle it.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/by-the-numbers-3/2025/2/15/can-trump-really-deport-11-million-migrants?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,087

Here are the key developments on the 1,087th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/15/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-18?traffic_source=rss

Osasuna vs Real Madrid: LaLiga – preview, team news, kickoff time

Defending champions Real Madrid target a return to winning ways in LaLiga when they travel to Osasuna on Saturday.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/14/osasuna-vs-real-madrid-laliga-preview-team-news-kickoff-time?traffic_source=rss

Trump eyes summit with Xi and Putin, says he wants military budgets halved

US president says Washington's existing nuclear arsenal could destroy the world '100 times over'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/14/trump-floats-summit-with-xi-putin-to-discuss-halving-of-military-budgets?traffic_source=rss

After Australia’s ban, Indonesia mulls minimum age for social media

Jakarta says it is preparing legislation to protect minors from 'physical, mental, or moral perils'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/14/after-australias-ban-indonesia-mulls-minimum-age-for-social-media?traffic_source=rss

Trump launches reciprocal tariffs amid concerns of economic turmoil

US president says levies will restore a sense of 'fairness' to trade relations with other countries.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/13/trump-launches-reciprocal-tariffs-amid-concerns-of-economic-turmoil?traffic_source=rss

Everton slow Liverpool’s Premier League charge with injury-time leveller

Everton score stoppage-time equaliser against Liverpool in last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/12/everton-slow-liverpools-premier-league-charge-with-injury-time-leveller?traffic_source=rss

‘Trump effect’: How US tariffs, ’51st state’ threats are shaking up Canada

Canadian politicians are trying to tap into growing nationalist sentiment amid US President Donald Trump's threats.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/12/trump-effect-how-us-tariffs-51st-state-threats-are-shaking-up-canada?traffic_source=rss

French troops to exit Senegal by end of 2025

Senegal distances itself from colonial past, following trend sweeping across West and Central Africa since 2022.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/12/french-troops-set-to-exit-senegal-by-end-of-2025?traffic_source=rss

In change in crypto enforcement, SEC and Binance seek pause in lawsuit

Joint motion is first clear effort to retreat from US regulator's prior crypto enforcement under Democratic leadership.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/11/in-change-in-crypto-enforcement-sec-and-binance-seek-pause-in-lawsuit?traffic_source=rss

US trade partners criticise Trump for 25-percent steel, aluminium tariffs

Allies like Canada called the tariffs 'unacceptable', arguing they weaken economic integration and hurt economies.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/11/us-trade-partners-criticise-trump-for-25-percent-steel-aluminium-tariffs?traffic_source=rss

Trump administration to ban transgender people from military enlistment

The Republican leader has repeatedly sought to limit the ability of transgender people to serve in US armed forces.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/11/trump-administration-to-ban-transgender-people-from-military-enlistment?traffic_source=rss

Elon Musk-led group makes $97.4bn bid for OpenAI

Musk's bid could ratchet up longstanding tensions with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman over the future of the startup.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/10/elon-musk-led-group-makes-97-4bn-bid-for-openai?traffic_source=rss

US judge orders Trump administration to obey halt on spending freeze

Judge rules US government has defied previous ruling that suspended Trump's sweeping order to freeze federal spending.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/10/us-judge-orders-trump-administration-to-obey-halt-on-spending-freeze?traffic_source=rss

Trump says will impose 25% tariffs on imports of steel, aluminium

US president announces latest tariffs following trade measures directed at Canada, Mexico and China.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/10/trump-says-will-impose-twenty-five-percent-tariffs-on-imports-of-steel-aluminium?traffic_source=rss

US committed to ‘buying and owning’ Gaza, Trump says

US president says other countries in the Middle East could be tasked with rebuilding parts of the war-ravaged enclave.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/10/us-committed-to-buying-and-owning-gaza-trump-says?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,081

Here are the key developments on the 1,081st day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/9/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1081?traffic_source=rss

Real Madrid rescued by Mbappe after Alvarez penalty for Atletico

Real striker Kylian Mbappe's second-half equaliser cancels out Julian Alvarez's penalty for Atletico in Madrid derby.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/8/real-madrid-rescued-by-mbappe-after-alvarez-penalty-for-atletico?traffic_source=rss

Israeli air strike kills six in eastern Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire

Israeli drone attack targets the Shaara area in eastern Bekaa region.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/8/israeli-air-strike-kills-six-in-eastern-lebanon-amid-fragile-ceasefire?traffic_source=rss

Iran ready to negotiate with US but not under Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’

'Maximum pressure' policy pushed by US 'would not be a negotiation but a form of surrender', Iranian FM says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/8/iran-ready-to-negotiate-with-us-but-not-under-trumps-maximum-pressure?traffic_source=rss

Seeking re-election, President Daniel Noboa centres Ecuador’s crime wave

From prison riots to power outages, Daniel Noboa's first term has set the stage for tough battles ahead.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/longform/2025/2/8/seeking-re-election-president-daniel-noboa-centres-ecuadors-crime-wave?traffic_source=rss

What does Trump’s ethnic cleansing proposal mean for ceasefire deal?

US president's call for mass displacement in Gaza risks renewing the fighting in the devastated enclave, analysts say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/8/what-does-trumps-ethnic-cleansing-proposal-mean-for-ceasefire-deal?traffic_source=rss

Trump strips Biden of security clearance, access to intelligence briefings

US president says 'no need' for predecessor to have access to classified information.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/8/trump-strips-biden-of-security-clearance-access-to-intelligence-briefings?traffic_source=rss

Protests continue in Slovakia against PM Fico’s pro-Russia stance

Large crowds call for Fico to resign after visit to Moscow.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/7/protests-continue-in-slovakia-against-pm-ficos-pro-russia-stance?traffic_source=rss

Torres hat-trick leads Barcelona Copa del Rey rout at Valencia

Ferran Torres scores three of Barcelona's first four goals in a 5-0 Copa del Rey quarterfinal win at Valencia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/6/torres-hattrick-leads-barcelona-copa-del-rey-rout-at-valencia?traffic_source=rss

US judge delays Trump buyout offer meant to thin out public servants

Trump and allies such as billionaire Elon Musk have carried out blitz campaign meant to thin the government workforce.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/6/us-judge-delays-trump-buyout-offer-meant-to-thin-out-public-servants?traffic_source=rss

Palestinians return home in Gaza, but without their loved ones

More than 61,700 Palestinians were killed by Israel in the Gaza war. Now, their family members are returning home.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/6/palestinians-return-home-in-gaza-but-without-their-loved-ones?traffic_source=rss

Trump involvement helps PGA Tour get closer to LIV Golf deal: Commissioner

PGA commissioner wants the US president to negotiate a deal with the breakaway LIV Golf in hopes of ending the division.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/6/trump-involvement-helps-pga-tour-get-closer-to-liv-golf-deal-commissioner?traffic_source=rss

Guatemala agrees to increase number of US deportation flights it accepts

In 2024, roughly 66,000 people were deported from the US to Guatemala. Under Trump, that number is expected to rise.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/5/guatemala-agrees-to-increase-number-of-us-deportation-flights-it-accepts?traffic_source=rss

Palestinians react with fury, resignation to Trump’s Gaza displacement plan

US President Trump has called for the takeover of Gaza and for Palestinians to leave - but what do they think?

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/5/palestinians-react-with-fury-resignation-to-trumps-gaza-displacement-plan?traffic_source=rss

Iran calls for OPEC to unite against potential US oil sanctions

Iranian president urges members to unite after Trump again initiates 'maximum pressure' sanctions campaign.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/5/iran-calls-for-opec-to-unite-against-potential-us-oil-sanctions?traffic_source=rss

‘Gaza is not a place for people to be living’

US President Donald Trump said the only reason Palestinians want to live in Gaza is because they have no alternative.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/4/gaza-is-not-a-place-for-people-to-be?traffic_source=rss

Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI may go to trial in part, judge says

The case is part of a grudge match between Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman which is playing out in court.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/4/elon-musks-lawsuit-against-openai-may-go-to-trial-in-part-judge-says?traffic_source=rss

Is US President Donald Trump using tariffs as a negotiating tactic?

US trade taxes on Canada and Mexico have been paused for 30 days.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2025/2/4/is-president-donald-trump-using-tariffs-as-a-negotiating-tactic?traffic_source=rss

Gaza authorities plead for tents, accuse Israel of obstructing aid

Government Media Office says securing temporary shelters is the 'most pressing' humanitarian need in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/3/gaza-authorities-plead-for-tents-accuse-israel-of-obstructing-aid?traffic_source=rss

Trump delays Canada tariffs, but anger and calls to rethink US ties persist

Canada faces calls to reduce its 'dependence' on the US amid threats by President Donald Trump to impose stiff tariffs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/3/trump-delays-canada-tariffs-but-anger-and-calls-to-rethink-us-ties-persist?traffic_source=rss

Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform Party leads in UK poll for first time

If a general election were held tomorrow, 25 percent of British voters would choose Reform, YouGov poll suggests.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/3/nigel-farages-right-wing-reform-party-leads-in-uk-poll-for-first-time?traffic_source=rss

US national anthem booed at NBA game in Canada

The US national anthem is booed at an NBA game in Canada after President Trump announced tariffs on Canadian goods.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/2/3/us-national-anthem-booed-at-nba-game-in-canada?traffic_source=rss

Grammys 2025: Here is a list of top winners

From Beyonce to Shakira and Chappell Roan, here's a look at at artists honoured at the 67th annual Grammy Awards.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/3/grammys-2025-here-is-a-list-of-top-winners?traffic_source=rss

USAID officials put on leave as Elon Musk says time for agency to ‘die’

US President Donald Trump says he will end all funding to South Africa over government's land confiscations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/2/3/usaid-officials-put-on-leave-as-elon-musk-says-time-for-agency-to-die?traffic_source=rss

Rubio lands in Panama as Trump threatens to ‘take back’ canal

The US secretary of state follows up on President Donald Trump's extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/2/rubio-lands-in-panama-as-trump-threatens-to-take-back-canal?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,074

Here are the key developments on the 1,074th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/2/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1074?traffic_source=rss

Trump imposes tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

Republican US president imposes 25 percent on goods from Canada and Mexico, and 10 percent on all imports from China. 

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/2/trump-imposes-tariffs-on-mexico-canada-and-china?traffic_source=rss

Imavov knocks out Adesanya to stake UFC title claim

Nassourdine Imavov stakes title-fight claim with defeat of former UFC champion Israel Adesanya in Saudi Arabia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/1/imavov-knocks-out-former-ufc-champ-adesanya-to-stake-ufc-title-claim?traffic_source=rss